Melville Castle

4 stars
Gilmerton Road, Dalkeith, EH18 1AP, United Kingdom
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
8.8
Very good
based on 1561 reviews
1,561 reviews
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Fri 16/1
1 room, 2 guests
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£88
/Cheapest rate per night
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Provider
Nightly total
Double room
£88
Standard Room
£109
Classic room
£112
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Overview

Less than a 20-minute walk from Eskbank Railway Station, Melville Castle offers guests a convenient base while in Lasswade. This comfortable 4-star hotel is just a 10-minute drive from Edinburgh.

An express check-in and check-out feature, babysitting/child services and a 24-hour reception are just some of the available services at Melville Castle. Airport transfers and a wake-up service are available on request.

The hotel has 33 luxury rooms that are filled with all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay.

Edinburgh Airport and Edinburgh Castle are around a half an hour drive from Melville Castle. For guests wishing to discover the great outdoors, the hotel is close to popular fishing and scenic spots.

8.8
Very good rating
Based on 1,561 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Melville Castle

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Standard Room
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£109
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£156
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£397
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Double room
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£88
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£92
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£109
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Classic room
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£112
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£113
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£120
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Superior room
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£113
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£118
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£177
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Amenities at Melville Castle

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • No smoking

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Pool table

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sofa
  • Telephone

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed

Reviews of Melville Castle

8.8
Very good
1561 verified ratings
Wonderful
940
Very good
271
Good
130
Okay
78
Fair
56
Mediocre
37
Poor
49

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the beautiful atmosphere, friendly service, and good value for the price. Many enjoyed the unique experience of staying in a castle, with highlights including free parking and comfortable rooms. However, some mentioned issues with noise levels and bed comfort.
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Atmosphere9.5 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Value for Price8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness8 out of 10
Noise Level3 out of 10
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Location

Gilmerton Road, Dalkeith, EH18 1AP

What's nearby

  • Butterfly and Insect World0.4 mi
  • Waterfall Park1.7 mi
  • Dalkeith Country Park1.9 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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February
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£124
£244
Cheapest month to stay with an average 56% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 31% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Melville Castle

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Melville Castle, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Melville Castle, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Melville Castle was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £113, while the most expensive was £113.
  • How long should you stay at Melville Castle? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Melville Castle

  • Where is Melville Castle located?

    Melville Castle is located at Gilmerton Road in South, 1.4 miles from the centre of Dalkeith. Butterfly and Insect World is the closest landmark to Melville Castle.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Melville Castle?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Melville Castle.

  • Does Melville Castle offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Melville Castle offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Melville Castle offer free parking?

    Yes, Melville Castle offers free parking.

  • How far is Melville Castle from the airport?

    Melville Castle is 11.2 miles from Edinburgh Turnhouse. Melville Castle is 38.9 miles from Dundee.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Melville Castle hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Melville Castle in Dalkeith and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Melville Castle and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Melville Castle.

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8.4
1.4 mi
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11.2 mi

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